Having a student living in your home for a homestay, especially in these tough economic times can add not only a good extra income but bring a sense of newness to your family. If you want a steady supply of students you will want to understand the different things that they look for while searching for the place they will live during the school term. Take a look at the list below for suggestions on improving your home to make it more appealing to students. Keep in mind that they are looking for comfort and convenience. If they can’t find it in your home they will find it somewhere else.
If you are new to homestay programs, understand that while most homestay programs do not require certain things to be present, these things are wanted by the students themselves and making them available puts you higher on their lists. Internet access is one of these items. While not required by most programs, internet access, both broadband and high-speed, are something that most students look for because it is necessary for their class work.
You may share a bathroom with your family but having a separate bathroom with private access for your guests is a definite plus. It will make them feel more comfortable than sharing a bathroom with strangers and, with the hectic schedule they are sure to have, it will mean much more convenience for them. Adding this feature to your home will again, get you higher on the list.
Adding a microwave and small refrigerator to the student’s rooms will also add to the convenience and attractiveness of your home. This also includes adding cable television. Being able to stay home for entertainment is a very attractive feature.
If you are thinking about having more than one student to host, you will need a larger house. This also applies if you have overlapping students. Each student must have a separate room to make their stay more enjoyable and give them the privacy and security that they need. This is especially important with overseas students who may not be comfortable living so closely with people who speak a different language and come from a different culture.
Getting involved with the homestay Melaka program can be very beneficial for both you family and the students involved. If you are thinking about taking on student guests, try to add to the attractiveness of your home and make them feel welcome.
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